Kawasaki Z H2 2023 vs. Ducati Monster 1200 S 2020

Kawasaki Z H2 2023

Kawasaki Z H2 2023

Ducati Monster 1200 S 2020

Ducati Monster 1200 S 2020

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Overview - Kawasaki Z H2 2023 vs Ducati Monster 1200 S 2020

Kawasaki Z H2 2023

Kawasaki Z H2 2023

Ducati Monster 1200 S 2020

Ducati Monster 1200 S 2020

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z H2 2023 compared to Ducati Monster 1200 S 2020

Kawasaki Z H2 2023
Ducati Monster 1200 S 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeV
BoreBore76 mmBore106 mm
StrokeStroke55 mmStroke67.9 mm
Engine powerEngine power200 HPEngine power147 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power11,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,250 rpm
TorqueTorque137 NmTorque126.2 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque8,500 rpmRpm at Torque7,750 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.2 Compression Ratio13
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders2
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDesmodromic, DOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement998 ccmDisplacement1,198.4 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandShowaBrandÖhlins
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel130 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSingle swing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountUni TrakShock mountDeflection
BrandBrandShowaBrandÖhlins
TravelTravel134 mmTravel149 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTubular
RakeRake65.1 degreeRake66.7 degree
TrailTrail104 mmTrail86.5 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter330 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradial, MonoblockTechnologyradial, Monoblock
BrandBrandBremboBrandBrembo

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter250 mmDiameter245 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Launch-Control, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Traction control, Anti-wheelieAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width190 mmRear tyre width190 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,455 mmWheelbase1,485 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height830 mmSeat Height795 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)239 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)211 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity19 lFuel Tank Capacity16.5 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentLED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT displayEquipmentLED-Headlights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z H2 2023

Kawasaki Z H2 2023

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Ducati Monster 1200 S 2020

Ducati Monster 1200 S 2020

The Ducati Monster generates a whopping 147 hp and a powerful 124 Nm of torque from the 1200 cc water-cooled Testastretta twin cylinder. This means you are more than just well motorised in every situation on the country road! The overall concept of a light ready-to-ride total weight of 213 kg in combination with high-quality Öhlins suspension and top assistance systems makes the machine an almost perfect naked bike. Classic, timeless design paired with modern components make this Italo beauty an "insider tip" in times of 200 hp + hyper naked bike rockets! Small compromises have to be made with the wind protection and the quickshifter. The latter takes a little getting used to.

147 hp High-performance power unit with plenty of torque even at low revs

Fantastic electronic equipment, DTC, DWC, RbW and and and...

Driving modes and assistance systems are freely configurable

High-quality chassis and great seating position

Very coherent and harmonious overall concept - agile and manoeuvrable! Emotional Italo beauty!

The quickshifter requires a bit of sensitivity until you get the hang of it

wind load on the upper body increases noticeably from 130 km/h

a steering damper in the S variant would have been the icing on the cake

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z H2 vs Ducati Monster 1200 S

Price Kawasaki Z H2

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Price Ducati Monster 1200 S

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